Jim honorably served in the United States Army in the First Cavalry Division and was a Vietnam Veteran. He married Monica Bookless on May 7, 1999 and was a member of AM Vets, Eagles, and the VFW. He loved to cook and golf. He was the best of everything, and loved spending time with his family. Jim was an avid sports fan, and watched the Indians, Browns, and his favorite Notre Dame Football.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 23 years Monica Bookless, his parents Frank and Beverly Bookless, his children Jason (Jennifer) Bookless, and Brandon (Nicole) Lambert, and grandson Dylan Helmick. He is also survived by his sister Vickie (Robin) Hazlett, and her daughter Tiffany Wagner, along with many other nieces and nephews.
Jim was preceded in death by his brothers Ernie and Michael Bookless, and a grandson Michael Helmick.
An online memorial can be viewed at www.given-dawson-paisleyfh.com.